Roof Bolter Operator ME

Job description

Roof Bolter Operator Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Performs all duties and activities in a manner that conforms to site specific safety requirements, company policy, state and federal regulations. Responsible for assessing conditions encountered during mining and taking appropriate action during the roof bolting cycle; scaling top rock and ribs as conditions warrant; know when supplemental support is needed; know and follow the proper bolt sequence according to the Approved Roof Control Plan. - Maintain proper face ventilation both permanent and temporary controls. - Load and unload materials and supplies as required. Other Duties/Responsibilities: - Perform other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Understanding of section ventilation and cable handling procedures. - Know the Safe Job Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, company safety policies, and applicable rules and regulations. Working Environment/Physical Activities: This position requires the operator to possess the dexterity (refer to Physical Abilities) to work and operate machinery and equipment in a coal seam height that varies. The operator must constantly be attentive to the changing geol...